Maafaru airport completes runway expansion, welcomes wide-body jets
The expansion of the runway at N. Maafaru International Airport has been completed, with a wide-body aircraft landing at the airport on Tuesday to mark the milestone. As part of the second phase of the Maafaru Airport Development Project, the runway was extended by 650 metres, increasing its total length to 2,850 metres. This upgrade […]
Maafaru airport welcomes first wide-body aircraft in historic landing
A wide-body aircraft has landed at Maafaru International Airport for the first time, marking a significant milestone in the airport’s development. The Emirates Boeing 777 touched down as part of a crucial certification process, according to a statement from the Maldives Ministry of Transport. The Maafaru Airport, funded by the Abu Dhabi Fund and opened […]
Maafaru airport reopens for international flights
Maafaru International Airport has resumed international flight operations at the start of this year’s tourism season, following a temporary closure for upgrading. The airport is known for hosting the second-largest number of private jets in the Maldives after Velana International Airport. The airport, which serves high-end tourists visiting nearby luxury resorts, underwent improvements to expand […]
